Marine True Story Of Duty And Heroism In Vietnam

Reluctant Warrior: A Marine's True Story of Duty and Heroism in Vietnam

by Michael C. Hodgins

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The Vietnam War was a long and bloody conflict that tested the limits of the American military. The Marines were some of the most heavily involved troops in the war, and they fought with bravery and distinction. One of the most famous stories of Marine heroism in Vietnam is the story of the Battle of Hue.

The Battle of Hue was a major offensive launched by the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) in 1968. The NVA attacked the city of Hue, which was the former imperial capital of Vietnam. The Marines were tasked with defending the city, and they fought a fierce battle against the NVA.

During the battle, one Marine unit was surrounded by the NVA. The Marines were outnumbered and outgunned, but they refused to surrender. They fought bravely for days, and they eventually forced the NVA to retreat.

One of the Marines who fought in the Battle of Hue was a young man named Robert Howard. Howard was a member of the 1st Marine Division, and he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle.

Howard was a squad leader during the battle, and he was responsible for leading his men in the defense of a key position. The NVA attacked Howard's position in waves, and they were determined to overrun it.

Howard and his men fought back bravely, but they were outnumbered and outgunned. Howard was wounded several times, but he refused to give up. He continued to lead his men, and he eventually helped to repel the NVA attack.

Howard's actions during the Battle of Hue were an example of the bravery and heroism of the Marines who fought in Vietnam. The Marines were outnumbered and outgunned, but they refused to surrender. They fought bravely for their country, and they helped to win the war.

The Battle of Hue was just one of many battles that the Marines fought in Vietnam. The Marines fought with bravery and distinction throughout the war, and they helped to make a significant contribution to the American victory.

The story of the Marines in Vietnam is a story of duty, honor, and heroism. The Marines who fought in Vietnam were some of the bravest and most dedicated soldiers in American history, and they deserve our eternal gratitude.

Reluctant Warrior: A Marine's True Story of Duty and Heroism in Vietnam

by Michael C. Hodgins

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3850 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	373 pages

FREE